‘Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark’ gets first unsettling trailer
The upcoming Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark film adaptation has given us a handful of teasers, but now the first official trailer is here.
The film is based on the 1981 horror series of the same name by Alvin Schwartz, which pretty much was the reason behind all of our nightmares as kids. The books were extremely popular and sold more than 7 million copies worldwide.
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Scary Stories To Tell in the Dark centers around a book that exploits kids’ biggest fears, which end up coming to life in nightmarish ways. The film follows a group of teens who are trying to solve a string of murders. They end up finding the horrific book and havoc breaks loose.
It gives fans a more in-depth look at Harold, the toeless corpse, the Jangly Man and more. As the clip states, “The stories write themselves, and it all comes alive.” Check out the full official trailer below.
The film is produced by Academy Award winner Guillermo del Toro and directed by André Øvredal. CBS Films and Lionsgate are releasing the adaptation of the film.
The adaptation stars Zoe Margaret Colleti (Annie), Michael Garza (The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1), Austin Zajur (Fist Fight), Gabriel Rush (Moonrise Kingdom), Dean Norris (Breaking Bad), Gil Bellows (11.22.63), Austin Abrams (Paper Towns) and more.
Previously, del Toro was set to both direct and produce the film. But he stepped aside and Øvredal took his place.
Scary Stories to Tell In The Dark will hit theaters Aug. 9.
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As mentioned, the film released four short teasers during the Super Bowl that gave us a glimpse into the film.
"Who took my big to-o-o-o-o-e?"
From the dark imagination of Guillermo del Toro, based on the iconic book series, your first look at Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark – in theaters this summer. #ScaryStories pic.twitter.com/am6qjrD5eg
— Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark (@ScaryStoriesMov) February 3, 2019
Turn out the lights and prepare for terror… the Jangly Man is coming for you.
From the dark imagination of Guillermo del Toro, based on the iconic book series, your first look at Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark – in theaters this summer. #ScaryStories pic.twitter.com/b76IxYSDwI
— Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark (@ScaryStoriesMov) February 3, 2019
She leaned over the bed and whispered, "This is an evil place. Flee while you can."
From the dark imagination of Guillermo del Toro, based on the iconic book series, your first look at Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark – in theaters this summer. #ScaryStories pic.twitter.com/NywkMMOwxA
— Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark (@ScaryStoriesMov) February 4, 2019
"What is that red spot on my cheek?" Mother said, "It will go away. Just don't scratch it."
From the dark imagination of Guillermo del Toro, based on the iconic book series, your first look at Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark – in theaters this summer. #ScaryStories pic.twitter.com/UDZ51XKIdt
— Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark (@ScaryStoriesMov) February 4, 2019
Shortly after, Scary Stories released a bit of a longer teaser, which you can check out below.
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